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Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will perform daily evaluations and approvals of finished products, conduct process quality checks, and perform basic microbiological testing. Responsibilities also include equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and calculation of dilutions, as well as conducting ingredient and packaging inspections, inventory control, and maintaining sample archives.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct laboratory tests including solvent extraction, sieving, pH, protein, fiber, fat, ash, microbiological plating, and testing of all raw ingredients and finished packaged products.

+ Record test results and communicate findings with operating departments and management.

+ Perform in-process quality checks and collect test samples as needed.

+ Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform mechanical maintenance.

+ Ensure a clean and safe work environment through general clean-up of laboratory areas.

+ Operate independently with little to no supervision.

Essential Skills

+ 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting.

+ Basic wet chemistry skills.

+ Background in food manufacturing.

+ Scientific mindset with possible chemistry or biology degree.

+ Proficiency in lab testing, wet chemistry, and pH testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Interest in working within a food facility.

+ Manufacturing background is a plus.

Work Environment

You will work within a small team of 3-5 people in a blue-collar work environment. The role involves basic testing tasks, primarily in the masa lab, but also on other regular products. Communication with control operators is streamlined due to close proximity in the workspace. The position requires working 12-hour shifts from 7pm to 7am, with a rotating schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday one week, followed by Wednesday and Thursday the next week. Initial training will occur during the day for the first 2-4 weeks, starting with Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm, then transitioning to 12-hour day shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Joseph, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Joseph,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.